Drygate Brewing Company launch 'studio' range in cans

The independent company, a joint venture between Williams Bros. Brewing Co and Tennent Caledonian Breweries, said the launch of its small batch studio range in cans will contribute "roughly 20%" of volume produced

Glasgow-based craft brewer Drygate Brewing Company has launched its first canned beers as part of a wider growth strategy.

The independent company, a joint venture between Williams Bros. Brewing Co and Tennent Caledonian Breweries, says it is on track to more than double production this year to more than 10,000 hecolitres – one million litres – with the move to cans part of its wider growth strategy.

Drygate, which launched in 2013, said it more than doubled production last year to 4,700 hectoliters.

“That’s why we decided to say ‘yes we can’ to meet growing consumer demand, not only as part of our growth strategy but so that consumers can enjoy Drygate’s beer in more accessible ways that protect the quality and prolong the freshness of the beer.

“The national launch of cans to independent retailers reflects the small batch nature of the brews and Drygate’s prioritisation of more experimental and innovative beers.”